Describe cultural rituals that occur for freshmen in your university.

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During the first day of classes, professors are expected to hand out syllabi. The freshmen orientation program begins with welcome messages from the president and provost. There are weekly meetings with the resident directors in the residence halls, and incoming freshmen are expected to meet with advisors.

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